EU calls for restraint amid escalating tensions in Middle East
Brussels, Feb 28 (IANS) The European Union on Saturday expressed serious concerns over the latest developments in Iran, while reaffirming its steadfast commitment to safeguarding regional security and stability. The EU stated that it remains in close contact with the partners in the region. “Ensuring nuclear safety and preventing any actions that could further escalate […]
Israel-Iran war: Dubai Airports suspend all flight operations until further notice
New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The Dubai Airports on Saturday announced that all flight operations at the Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central–Al Maktoum International (DWC) are suspended until further notice, as the Israel-Iran war escalated. Air travel across parts of the Middle East faced major disruption on Saturday after Israel, Iran, Dubai and […]
Ongoing escalation dangerous for all, says French President Macron
Paris, Feb 28 (IANS) French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday warned that the outbreak of fresh conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran would have severe consequences for international peace and security. He emphasised that all measures are being taken to ensure the security of French citizens and safeguard the nation’s interests in the […]
UAE confirms intercepting and destroying new wave of Iranian missiles
Abu Dhabi, Feb 28 (IANS) The Ministry of Defence of United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that the country’s air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed a new wave of Iranian missiles launched towards the country, on Saturday. The operation to successfully intercept the new wave of Iranian missiles was carried out with high efficiency […]
India deeply concerned with developments in Iran and Gulf region: MEA
New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) India on Saturday said that it remains deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of civilians. “India is deeply concerned at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region. We urge […]
As UNSC prepares for emergency meeting, UN chief condemns ‘military escalation’
United Nations, Feb 28 (IANS) As the United Nations Security Council prepared for an emergency session on Saturday, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned what he called the “military escalation in the Middle East”. He said the US-Israel use of force against Iran and Tehran’s retaliation across the region “undermine international peace and security”. France’s President Emmanuel […]
Iraq PM candidate Al-Maliki meets senior US diplomat
BAGHDAD(RAHNUMA): The leading candidate to become Iraq’s next prime minister, Nouri Al-Maliki, met with US diplomat Tom Barrack on Friday after refusing to withdraw his nomination despite the US threatening to stop supporting the country if he returns to the post. Barrack, the US envoy to Syria and ambassador to Turkiye, has recently visited Iraq […]
In major policy shift on Syria, UN Security Council lifts sanctions on Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham
NEW YORK CITY(RAHNUMA): The UN Security Council on Friday removed Al-Nusra Front, the militant group that evolved into Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, from its so-called Daesh and Al-Qaeda Sanctions List. The move signals a major shift in international policy toward Syria’s evolving political landscape in the post-Assad era, and ends a global freeze on assets, travel […]
Iraq PM candidate Al-Maliki meets senior US diplomat
BAGHDAD(RAHNUMA): The leading candidate to become Iraq’s next prime minister, Nouri Al-Maliki, met with US diplomat Tom Barrack on Friday after refusing to withdraw his nomination despite the US threatening to stop supporting the country if he returns to the post. Barrack, the US envoy to Syria and ambassador to Turkiye, has recently visited Iraq […]
Israel army strikes Hezbollah infrastructure in south Lebanon
JERUSALEM(RAHNUMA): Israel’s military said it carried out strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure in south Lebanon on Saturday. “In response to Hezbollah’s repeated violations of the ceasefire understandings, the IDF is striking Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure in southern Lebanon,” the Israeli army posted on Telegram, using its official acronym. Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah agreed a ceasefire in November […]
